Alton band blends environmental science and punk to get their honesty across!
Originally forming in Hollywood in 1996 (known back then as Black Lurxx), The Lurxx are a nature warrior glam punk and grunge band now based in Alton, UK. They took a hiatus from 2000-2022, and are now back with a new album ‘Exile From Mainstream’, which was released on 1st September 2026 with 11 tracks.
All songs were written by the band themselves, except for 2 tracks – ‘Der Traum Ist Aus’ was written by Rio Reiser and ‘Man Of Golden Words’ was written by Andrew Wood. The album was recorded at the band’s own home studio Catfish&Crow Studios.
Meet The Lurxx:
Sunny (she/they) – Recorders, harmony vocals, guitars, bass, percussion, blues harp
Xavi (he/him) – Vocals, guitars, bass
The Lurxx released their first single ‘Man Of Golden Words’ on 19th March 2026 with a music video, which is a tribute to Andrew Wood.
Second single ‘We Got It All’ released on 2nd May 2026 with a music video.
The last single to be released was ‘Mothertree’ on 31st August 2026 with a music video.
I have seen this two-piece band live twice so far, I know what to expect from this album. I was very excited when they asked me to review it for them. They are different and unique, which is what made me intrigued to listen to their album.
Hypnotic, raw, poetic, passionate, harmonising, loud, intense, melodic, direct, and honest. These are just some words to describe this album. It is very unique and holds a lot of emotion and importance for the band. They don’t lecture about things, they just make people aware. You feel connected with the band, feeling their energy and hopefulness, and in some ways feeling soothed. Some of these tracks I have heard play live, like ‘Bite The Dust’. I personally like the lyrics “Bite the dust if you’re an asshole, bite the dust or change your mind” in that song.
A blend of environmental science and punk, anger and hope, groove and poetry – the perfect way to describe what you are listening to.
I really enjoyed listening to this album and look forward to hearing what else The Lurxx have in stock for the future. I highly recommend seeing them live at a gig too. I need to see them live again soon!
‘Exile From Mainstream’ is out now – order it and check it out HERE.
Main Photo Credit: HANNAH CALVER
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